Pope urges negotiations to end Ukraine-Russia war

Pope Francis called for negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to end the war triggered by Russia’s invasion in his Christmas Day address, urging for a just and lasting peace to be achieved. He also appealed for the sound of arms to be silenced in Ukraine and beyond, while calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and the freeing of hostages held by Hamas. The Pope expressed concern for Christian communities in Israel, Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria, emphasizing the importance of dialogue, peace, and protection of all faiths in conflict-affected regions.

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